Difference between revisions of "Lizard Oral Granuloma"
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*'''Diagnosis''' - history, [[Lizard Physical Examination|physical examination]], culture and radiology. | *'''Diagnosis''' - history, [[Lizard Physical Examination|physical examination]], culture and radiology. | ||
*'''Treatment''' - surgical debridement and antibiotics as indicated by culture. | *'''Treatment''' - surgical debridement and antibiotics as indicated by culture. | ||
| − | *'''Prevention''' - Appropriate [[ | + | *'''Prevention''' - Appropriate [[Reptile Diet Composition|diet]]. |
[[Category:Lizard_Gastrointestinal_Diseases|O]] | [[Category:Lizard_Gastrointestinal_Diseases|O]] | ||
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Oral abscesses are not uncommon in captive lizards. They may occur as an extension of periodontal disease or due to trauma. The main cause is a bacterial infection.
- Clinical signs include swelling and anorexia.
- Diagnosis - history, physical examination, culture and radiology.
- Treatment - surgical debridement and antibiotics as indicated by culture.
- Prevention - Appropriate diet.